Police and parking services

The Office of Police and Parking Services provides 24-hour law enforcement coverage to the nearly 8,000 students, faculty and staff who live and work on the campus of Pittsburg State University. In addition to emergency services, we also offer safety seminars, emergency preparedness training and manage university parking. Parking passes and citation appeals are administered through our office. Our trained officers and professional staff are committed to providing you with a safe and welcoming campus.

Pittsburg State University utilizes the RAVE Alert System. This system allows university officials to instantaneously send emergency message alerts to students, faculty and staff on mobile phones, land lines, and campus networked desktop computers. Current students and staff are automatically enrolled in the RAVE system.

Kansas is fortunate to experience all four seasons of nature. Occasionally, our location also places us in the path of severe weather. The following tips are designed to help you become more familiar with common weather terminology.

Tornado Watch– Issued when severe thunderstorms and tornadoes are possible in and near the watch area. It does not mean that they will occur. It only means they are possible.

Tornado Warning– Issued when a tornado is imminent. When a tornado warning is issued, seek safe shelter immediately.

What to do in a Tornado Warning– If you are in a house, avoid windows. Go to the basement. If no basement is available, go to the lowest floor, small center room, under a stairwell or in an interior hallway with no windows. Cars and other vehicles are not safe in a tornado. Seek indoor shelter if time allows. (Additional tips are available from theStorm Prediction Center)

Parking

Parking Permit Rates

Parking Information

Purchase parking permit online

Appeal parking ticket

Parking Permit Rates – Students

Student parking costs are included in student fees. Students are charged a parking fee of $4.80 per credit hour for part-time enrollment or $43 per semester for full-time enrollment. Permits are good for the duration of the academic year for which it is issued or for a lesser period of time if so designated.Students must pick up their parking permit at the University Police and Parking Offices in the lower level of Shirk Hall Annex at 1501 South Joplin Street.

Parking PermitRates– Faculty/Staff

Faculty and staff can purchase their permits through payroll deduction or in person at University Police and Parking Offices. Current rates are as follows:

Parking Zone

Academic Year Rate

Spring Semester*

Summer Session

Blue

$104

$68

$34

Red

$146

$95

$48

Gold

$188

$122

$64

Brown**

$80

$52

$26

Orange**

$80

$52

$26

Motorcycle

$80

$52

$26

*Includes Summer Session** Student Parking Only

Purchase a Parking Permit

Parking Permits are available for purchase online at the University Police and Parking office which is located in the lower level of the Shirk Hall Annex at 1501 South Joplin Street, Pittsburg, Kansas.The university is not responsible for lost or stolen permits. Replacement permits can be secured only be purchasing a new permit for a full fee.

Parking Map

Zoned parking is available throughout campus. Please refer toparking map to locate your zone. Campus Shuttle service is available on weekdays. Limited visitor parking is available directly behind the Leonard H. Axe Library, near the Overman Student Center and Student Welcoming Center. Visitors may request a “Visitor” parking pass when they are going to be on campus for more than one day. Visitors will not be charged for a parking violation if they return their parking violation notice to University Police and Parking Offices and provide info on their visit.

Parking Violations and Fines

Fines will be imposed for all parking violations. The amount due will appear on the parking citation. Failure to pay a violation by the tenth (10th) day after issuance will result in a $5.00 penalty. Payment of violations must be received or postmarked by 4 p.m. on the tenth day after issuance. Tickets must be presented at the time of payment. Parking Service Office hours are 8 a.m. – 4 p.m., Monday – Friday. Failure to pay the fine will result in a “hold” being placed on the permanent record of a student.Students with “holds” on their record may not be able to re-enroll, graduate or have their transcript sent to any other school or place of employment.Please call University Police if you have questions.

The fine schedule is listed below.

Timed Zones

$15

No Permit

$20

Wrong Zone

$20

Unauthorized Parking

$20

Parking on Grass/Sidewalk

$30

Fire Lane

$30

Yellow Zones

$30

Tampering or Misuse

$75

Handicapped Zone

$100

Parking Appeals

You can appeal a parking violation if you feel it has been mistakenly given. All appeals must be submitted within 14 days of the issuance of the parking citation. The appeals process is as follows:

Dialing this from a physical phone on campus will immediately connect you with Pittsburg State University’s Dispatch Center. Should you dial 911 from your cell phone, depending on your location, you may be connected to the City of Pittsburg Police Dispatch Center or the Crawford County Sheriff’s Department. Both agencies have concurrent jurisdiction on Pitt State’s campus and will respond to emergency calls.

Building access

Main Campus

Residence Halls

Gorilla Village

Robert W. Plaster Center

Timmons Chapel

Veteran's Memorial Amphitheater

Pittsburg State University Police control access to university facilities. Public buildings are open from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday – Friday and on select weekends. After-hours access to academic buildings is allowed only to personnel with the appropriate building pass. Students should check with their faculty members to receive an after-hours pass.

TheUniversity Housing Office has adopted a 24-hour lock-up policy for all residence halls. Officers make periodic building checks of residential housing facilities after 10 p.m.

Open to the public. Area closes at 10 p.m. nightly. Reservations of shelter houses or Gazebo require advanced notice. Contact Overman Student Center at (620)235-4858. A fee may be required.

Indoor track is open and available for public use Monday – Thursday 9 a.m. – 11 a.m.

Entry available upon request. To schedule an event within Timmons Chapel please contact the Overman Student Center at (620) 235-4858. A fee may be required.

Open to the public. For additional information or to reserve the Amphitheater for an event, please contact University Advancement at (620)235-4762. Visit Veterans Memorial website

Pittsburg State University Campus Resources

Title IX CoordinatorRuss Hall 218620-235-4185As the university’s Title IX Coordinator, the Director of Institutional Equity will investigate allegations of sexual misconduct (often concurrently with law enforcement and/or student discipline) to determine what occurred and will inform and obtain consent from the victim before beginning the investigation. If the victim requests confidentiality or asks that the complaint not be pursued, the University will take all reasonable steps to investigate and respond to the complaint consistent with the request for confidentiality or request not to pursue an investigation. Visit website

Student Legal Resource Center108 Overman Student Center620-235-6026Visit websiteProvides free legal resources to students to address their legal needs. An attorney is available part time to help students resolve their legal matters and/or refer a student to an attorney that specializes in the area of law in which the student is seeking advice.

Student Life Office221 Russ Hall620-235-4945Receive reports of crimes or violations of university police and/or theCode of Student Rights and Responsibilities, advise victims of rights and assist with options for resolution, conduct investigations of allegations of misconduct, and administer discipline process on behalf of the university.

University Counseling ServicesBryant Student Health Center1801 S. Broadway620-235-4452Visit websiteConfidential counseling provided in a variety of problem areas, such as: depression, anxiety, family problems, communication skills, relationships, self-esteem, stress management and substance misuse/abuse. Sessions are from 25 to 50 minutes in length depending on the needs of the student.

University Police and Parking Services620-235-4624Lower Level Shirk HallVisit websitePolice protection services are provided to the campus, PSU Foundation property, parking lots, residence halls, and the fraternities and sororities 24 hours per day, 365 days per year. PSU police officers have the same law enforcement powers and responsibilities as the local police and sheriff and are responsible for a full range of public safety services, including all crime reports, investigations, medical emergencies, fire emergencies, traffic accidents, enforcement of underage drinking laws, use of controlled substances, weapons, and all other incidents requiring police assistance.

Pittsburg Community Resources

City of Pittsburg Police620 231-1700201 North Pine StreetVisit websiteThe City of Pittsburg Police Department provides police protection within the city of Pittsburg. While the city and the university police departments have concurrent jurisdiction for areas adjacent to the campus, reporting of allegations of criminal activity that happens on property not owned or controlled by the university is under the primary jurisdiction of the City of Pittsburg Police department.

Crime Statistic Report – This report is prepared in compliance with theJeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. It is developed in cooperation with local law enforcement agencies which have jurisdiction that encompasses Pittsburg State’s main campus, and any alternate sites. The Director of Student Rights and Responsibilities, the Office of University Housing and the Student Life Division provide updated information on their educational efforts to comply with the Clery Act.(Read Annual Report)

Registered Offenders –In compliance with federal law, Pittsburg State University provides the campus community with a list of registered sex offenders who have indicated they are either enrolled or employed at Pittsburg State University. This list is available for viewing at the Pittsburg State University Police Department, 1501 South Joplin Street in Pittsburg, Kansas. Additional information about the Jacob Wetterling Crimes Against Children and Sexually Violent Registration Act are available on theKansas Attorney General’s website.

Welcome to Pittsburg State University. Pittsburg State is home to more than 7,000 students, 900 faculty and staff, and 250 academic programs. The men and women of the Pittsburg State University Police Department work diligently to maintain a campus environment that is safe, accessible and welcoming.

Our 12 officers and trained dispatchers provide 24-hour law enforcement coverage for on-campus students, staff and visitors. We enjoy a collaborative relationship with our law enforcement colleagues in the city of Pittsburg which allows us to share information and, when necessary, resources to better ensure the safety of our campus and surrounding neighborhoods.

This website is designed to provide you with information about our department’s services, safety tips and campus crime statistics. I hope you find it helpful. Should you have any questions, please contact us at (620) 235 – 4624 or at extension #4624 on campus.

Thank you for choosing Pittsburg State University. I wish you a safe and successful academic stay.

Sincerely,

Mike McCracken, Director

Police and parking mission

To provide a safe and secure environment to enhance the quality of life within the University community. We are committed to the prevention of crime, protection of life and property, and to providing quality parking services.

Contact University Police

Crime Statistic Report – This report is prepared in compliance with theJeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. It is developed in cooperation with local law enforcement agencies which have jurisdiction that encompasses Pittsburg State’s main campus, and any alternate sites. The Director of Student Rights and Responsibilities, the Office of University Housing and the Student Life Division provide updated information on their educational efforts to comply with the Clery Act.(Read Annual Report)

Registered Offenders –In compliance with federal law, Pittsburg State University provides the campus community with a list of registered sex offenders who have indicated they are either enrolled or employed at Pittsburg State University. This list is available for viewing at the Pittsburg State University Police Department, 1501 South Joplin Street in Pittsburg, Kansas. Additional information about the Jacob Wetterling Crimes Against Children and Sexually Violent Registration Act are available on theKansas Attorney General’s website.